| Because choosing the right ski gear is so essential to | | | | beginner! |
| your safety and comfort, following a few key | | | | Your top layer of ski gear is the most important |
| guidelines when shopping can enhance your skiing | | | | layer to consider in order to safely brave the |
| experience immeasurably. | | | | elements for extended periods of time. Extra |
| When choosing the right ski clothing and equipment it | | | | thought should be given to this layer in order to |
| is best to follow the three layer rule. Using three | | | | improve your maneuverability while skiing. Ski hats, ski |
| different layers of ski clothing and appropriate | | | | jackets, and ski goggles should not only provide you |
| accessories can provide you with the most sufficient | | | | with outstanding protection, but should fit snuggly |
| level of insulation from biting winds and temperatures | | | | and be free of straps or other elements which can |
| as well as the least injurious ski trip ever. | | | | get in the way and distract you while skiing. |
| Your under or base layer of ski clothing is made up | | | | There are three essential things that all ski gear |
| of durable yet breathable thermal pants and body | | | | shoppers should know prior to making any major ski |
| shirt that cling close to the skin in a fitted manner, | | | | gear purchase, and those are your sizes, your skill |
| along with a pair of quality ski socks. Some socks | | | | level, and also the kind of ski terrain that you will be |
| intended specifically for snowboarders also work well | | | | skiing on. Knowing these things ahead of time can |
| for skiers to provide superior warmth and also have | | | | help save you time and hassle, as well as enable you |
| padded layers that protect your shins. | | | | to find the best ski gear for your own personal |
| The next layer should be your ski clothing and ski | | | | needs. |
| boots. In areas of extreme cold, high quality fleece | | | | Keep in mind that good quality ski gear will be |
| sweaters worn under your ski jacket will help keep | | | | constructed of high quality, porous, yet water |
| you warmer, but in milder areas, a quality top that | | | | resistant materials. This not only helps keep your |
| 'wicks' - draws moisture away from your body is | | | | body dry and warmer, but also allows for sweat to |
| recommended. In addition, ski pants give increased | | | | escape and keeps you more comfortable. |
| comfort and dryness - so important if you are a | | | | |